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About Berta Contijoch?
As a Catalan performing artist, she specializes in fusing contemporary dance with circus arts, focusing on the hand-to-hand discipline. Her artistic style evolves from the diverse movements experienced during her residencies and projects across Spain, the UK, USA and Mexico.
“Renowned for my pedagogy in movement, particularly in contact and partner work, I bring clarity and creativity to every collaboration. In my discipline. There are no limits—only challenges to overcome.”
What I am awesome at
I hold an Intermediate Degree in Contemporary Dance from the Institut del Teatre in Barcelona, Spain, and both a University Degree and a Master in Contemporary Dance from VERVE at the Northern School of Contemporary Dance in the UK. My training also includes specialized courses in various circus centers focusing on Hand to Hand and aerial dance techniques, complemented by a scholarship at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York.
I am fluent in Spanish, English, and Catalan. My technical skills span contemporary dance, circus arts with a specialization in hand-to-hand and group acrobatics, acrobatic dance, and vertical or aerial dance, equipping me with a diverse and dynamic artistic repertoire.
Contemporary Dance
As a seasoned contemporary dancer, I excel in expressing complex emotions and narratives through fluid, dynamic movements that connect deeply with audiences. My training and performance background enable me to blend techniques and styles to create evocative, memorable dance pieces.
Circus
My expertise extends to the thrilling realm of circus arts, specializing in hand-to-hand and group acrobatics. This skill involves precise timing, exceptional strength, and trust, allowing me to execute spectacular feats that captivate and engage both fellow performers and spectators.
Acrobatic Dance
Combining elements of classical dance with acrobatics, I bring a unique flair to performances by integrating flips, spins, and balance work seamlessly into choreography.
This skill enhances the visual impact of performances, making them more dynamic and visually appealing.
Vertical or Aerial Dance
Specializing in aerial dance, I perform choreographed movements while suspended from aerial fabrics or ropes. This skill not only demands great physical strength and flexibility but also creativity in adapting dance techniques to the vertical plane, offering audiences a mesmerizing, gravity-defying experience.
